Plant Part: Leaf (Cut & Sifted)

Package Size: 1 oz Pouch

Flavor Profile: Aromatic, bittersweet, pungent, earthy, with warm herbal and subtle spiced-wood undertones

Overview & Traditional Uses

Damiana is a small, aromatic shrub native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean, with a rich history of use dating back to the ancient Maya. Celebrated for generations in traditional Mexican folk herbalism and modern Western practice, Damiana is revered as a joyful, uplifting nervine and aphrodisiac botanical—steeped to melt away nervous exhaustion, awaken sensual vitality, and gently lift the spirit.

• Nervous System & Mood Uplift: A beloved traditional nervine tonic used to ease everyday emotional stress, soften mental fatigue, and encourage a relaxed, joyful, and centered state of mind.

• Metaphysical & Folklore Uses: A premier herb of love, passion, sensual energy, and emotional warmth. Associated with the Heart and Sacral chakras, Damiana is traditionally used in love-drawing charms, sensual bath teas, and romantic incense blends to open emotional connections and restore passion.

• Botanical Smoke & Cordial Crafting: With its light, fluffy texture and warm aromatic resins, Damiana is a classic base herb for handcrafted herbal smoke blends, botanical liqueurs, and honeyed elixirs.

Brewing & Preparation

• Standard Infusion: Steep 1–2 teaspoons of dried leaf in 8 oz of freshly boiled water for 10–15 minutes, covered to capture the aromatic essential oils. Strain and enjoy warm, sweetened with raw honey if desired.

• Botanical Smoke & Steam Blend: Excellent as a fluffy, smooth-burning foundational herb for artisan loose-leaf herbal smokes and soothing facial steams.

• Pairs Well With: Rose Petals, Chamomile, Passionflower, Hibiscus, Spearmint, Yerba Santa.

Precautions & Storage

• Precautions: Avoid use during pregnancy and while nursing. Damiana may influence blood glucose levels; individuals taking diabetes medications should monitor blood sugar closely. Consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use if taking prescription medications.

• Storage: Store sealed in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry pantry away from heat and light to preserve its delicate aromatic oils.

(These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.)